One of the world's busiest waterways, the Suez Canal, was blocked for the 6th consecutive day on Sunday but the Ever Given ship blocking the canal 'successfully refloated' on Monday.

News Alert: Ever Given ship blocking Suez Canal successfully 'refloated'

Australian authorities announced a three-day COVID-19 lockdown in the northern city of Brisbane from Monday afternoon as they attempt to prevent an outbreak of the virus-laden UK version.

Brisbane to enter 3-day COVID-19 lockdown, an attempt to stamp out UK variant

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a CBC interview broadcast on Sunday that the UN held "serious talks" with China for unbridled access to the Xinjiang region to verify that Muslim Uighurs were being persecuted.

UN Chief Antonio Guterres demands Xinjiang region's access from China

Opening arguments in the murder trial of Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer charged over George Floyd’s death last year. The African American's May 2020 killing drew outrage and a worldwide reckoning on police reform and racial justice.

Opening arguments in George Floyd case set to begin, US braces for Chauvin's trial

This year, Holi has come at a time when the country is in the grip of the second wave of Coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). And the latest figures show that India has shown the biggest jump in COVID-19 weekly cases in the past week.

COVID-19 cases surge in India, Maharashtra is India's worst affected state

One of the world's busiest waterways, the Suez Canal, was blocked for the 6th consecutive day on Sunday, as a huge container ship disrupted global shipping and trade. The 400-meter-long Ever Giving ship is stranded diagonally in the southern part of the canal.

Suez canal ship stuck crisis enters sixth day, Russia offers help to Egypt

Islamic militants attempted to evacuate people trapped during the attack, causing many casualties in northern Mozambique, with dozens still missing.

Mozambique: Dozens killed in terror attack by 'Islamic state linked terrorists'

Tajikistan will host the ninth edition of the Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process (HOA-IP) summit in Dushanbe, the country's capital on Monday. Foreign ministers and delegates from about 50 countries are expected to attend the two-day summit.

9th edition of 'Heart of Asia' summit to take place on March 30 in Tajikistan

US President Joe Biden on Sunday called the bloodshed against anti-coup protesters in Myanmar "absolutely disgraceful", saying security forces killed more than 100 people, including at least seven children.

Biden denounces escalating violence in Myanmar, EU steps up action against Military

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church&nbsp;wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession. Meanwhile, the Ever Given vessel has moved a few inches but still remains stuck at Suez canal, with no near future possibility of refloating.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesian-president-slams-suicide-attack-at-church-as-an-act-of-terror-373921" hreflang="en">Indonesian president slams suicide attack at church as an 'act of terror'</a>

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Two suspects behind the powerful blast were killed as they rode a motorbike into the compound of the church in Makassar city on Sulawesi island, authorities said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-sends-fighter-aircraft-over-chinese-vessels-in-south-china-sea-373900">Philippines sends fighter aircraft over Chinese vessels in South China Sea</a>

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The Philippine military is sending light fighter aircraft to fly over hundreds of Chinese vessels in disputed waters in the South China Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-security-forces-open-fire-at-a-funeral-373898">Myanmar: Security forces open fire at a funeral</a>

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This comes just a day after security forces killed 114 protesters. The incident of security firing at the funeral took place in the town of Bago near Yangon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-will-depend-on-us-soon-macron-assured-france-will-catch-up-with-uk-vaccine-drive-soon-373926">Macron assured France will catch up with UK vaccine drive soon</a>

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French President Emmanuel Macron has claimed that France will have caught up with the UK on the number of people being vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/on-palm-sunday-pope-says-devil-taking-advantage-of-pandemic-373911" hreflang="en">On Palm Sunday, Pope says devil taking advantage of pandemic</a>

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Only about 120 members of the faithful participated in Sunday's Mass, joining the pope and about 30 cardinals in a secondary wing of the huge basilica.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-not-cancun-twitter-asks-after-ted-cruz-posts-documentary-style-trip-to-us-mexico-border-373906" hreflang="en">Twitter trolls Ted Cruz as he posts documentary-style trip to US-Mexico border</a>

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In a wildlife style documentary, Cruz went to the US-Mexico border with hopes of capturing the experiences of people who are planning to cross borders.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-led-coalition-destroys-houthi-rigged-boats-drones-report-373903" hreflang="en">Saudi-led coalition destroys Houthi rigged boats, drones: Report</a>

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The coalition in separate statements also said it intercepted and destroyed three armed drones launched towards southern Saudi Arabia, including the city of Khamis Mushait.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-a-habit-internet-laughs-as-truck-with-evergreen-written-on-it-blocks-traffic-like-suez-canal-373914" hreflang="en">Internet laughs as truck with 'evergreen' written on it blocks traffic</a>

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After images went viral of a large vessel of the Evergreen company blocking the Suez Canal, a social media user posted a picture of a truck carrying an Evergreen container and blocking the traffic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cows-stop-producing-milk-monks-in-france-organise-emergency-cheese-sale-373899" hreflang="en">'Cows, stop producing milk': Monks in France organise emergency cheese sale</a>

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An emergency online cheese sale has been announced in a French monastery that is also pleading to their cows not to produce so much milk.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-court-orders-registration-of-fir-against-aurat-march-organisers-373924">Pak court orders registration of FIR against Aurat March organisers</a>

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A local court in Karachi directed on Saturday the police to record the statement of an applicant and, if any cognizable offence was made out, then register an FIR against the organisers of the march in Islamabad, Pakistan's Dawn newspaper reported.

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession.

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession. Meanwhile, the Ever Given vessel has moved a few inches but still remains stuck at Suez canal, with no near future possibility of refloating. Click on headlines to read more Indonesian president slams suicide attack at church as an 'act of terror' Two suspects behind the powerful blast were killed as they rode a motorbike into the compound of the church in Makassar city on Sulawesi island, authorities said. Philippines sends fighter aircraft over Chinese vessels in South China Sea The Philippine military is sending light fighter aircraft to fly over hundreds of Chinese vessels in disputed waters in the South China Sea. Myanmar: Security forces open fire at a funeral This comes just a day after security forces killed 114 protesters. The incident of security firing at the funeral took place in the town of Bago near Yangon. Macron assured France will catch up with UK vaccine drive soon French President Emmanuel Macron has claimed that France will have caught up with the UK on the number of people being vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus. On Palm Sunday, Pope says devil taking advantage of pandemic Only about 120 members of the faithful participated in Sunday's Mass, joining the pope and about 30 cardinals in a secondary wing of the huge basilica. Twitter trolls Ted Cruz as he posts documentary-style trip to US-Mexico border In a wildlife style documentary, Cruz went to the US-Mexico border with hopes of capturing the experiences of people who are planning to cross borders. Saudi-led coalition destroys Houthi rigged boats, drones: Report The coalition in separate statements also said it intercepted and destroyed three armed drones launched towards southern Saudi Arabia, including the city of Khamis Mushait. Internet laughs as truck with 'evergreen' written on it blocks traffic After images went viral of a large vessel of the Evergreen company blocking the Suez Canal, a social media user posted a picture of a truck carrying an Evergreen container and blocking the traffic. 'Cows, stop producing milk': Monks in France organise emergency cheese sale An emergency online cheese sale has been announced in a French monastery that is also pleading to their cows not to produce so much milk. Pak court orders registration of FIR against Aurat March organisers A local court in Karachi directed on Saturday the police to record the statement of an applicant and, if any cognizable offence was made out, then register an FIR against the organisers of the march in Islamabad, Pakistan's Dawn newspaper reported.

Top 10 world news today: Indonesia suicide attack, Suez Canal memes, and more

The Defence Chiefs from 12 leading Democracy have now issued a joint statement condemning the deadly use of force by Myanmar Security Forces against the protesters and civilians.

Myanmar Coup: Defence Chiefs of 12 nations condemn violence by Junta

Indian Prime Minister and his counterparts have signed 5 key agreements. The two sides signed five Memorandum of Understandings covering areas such as connectivity, commerce, information technology and sports.

PM Modi's Bangladesh Visit: Indian PM Modi and his counterparts sign 5 key agreements

News Alert: Defence Chiefs of 12 Nations condemn violence by Junta

Waving signs and chanting demonstrators gathered in a suburb of Atlanta in support of the Asian American community in-country after a recent mass shooting in the Atlanta region where the majority of the victims were of Asian descent.

United States: Protestors march in support of Asian American Community

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman. Meanwhile, Suez Canal is still blocked due to the huge vessel.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-china-sign-25-year-strategic-cooperation-pact-report-373679" hreflang="en">Iran-China sign '25-year strategic cooperation pact': Report</a>

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The agreement, which has been kept almost entirely under wraps, was signed by the two countries' foreign ministers, Mohammad Javad Zarif and Wang Yi, an AFP correspondent reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/highlights-indian-pm-modis-visit-to-bangladesh-373561">HIGHLIGHTS: Indian PM Modi's visit to Bangladesh</a>

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PM Modi was in Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-envoy-to-afghanistan-heads-to-turkey-region-to-push-talks-to-end-conflict-373728">US envoy to Afghanistan heads to Turkey, region to push talks to end conflict&nbsp;</a>

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Biden's administration has sought to build international pressure on the Taliban and US-backed Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's government to reach a peace agreement and a ceasefire before the deadline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-calls-attack-on-police-disgraceful-during-kill-the-bill-protests-373706">UK PM calls attack on police 'disgraceful' during 'Kill the Bill' protests</a>

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During the third<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-are-the-kill-the-bill-protests-in-britain-all-about-372605">&nbsp;"kill the bill"&nbsp;</a>demonstrations in Bristol, the police officers claim to have been attacked with bricks, eggs, glass bottles and had lasers shone in their faces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-south-korea-hold-talks-explore-new-domains-in-defence-cooperation-373710">India,&nbsp;South Korea hold talks, explore new domains in defence cooperation</a>

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Both the Ministers exchanged views on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the defence and security engagements as well as best practices followed by the Armed Forces of both nations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/gunshots-fired-at-us-cultural-centre-in-myanmar-says-embassy-373689" hreflang="en">Gunshots fired at US cultural centre in Myanmar, says embassy</a>

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Myanmar's security forces shot and killed at least 64 people - including a young boy - on Saturday, news reports and witnesses said, even as the ruling junta's leader said the military would protect the people and strive for democracy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-nearing-vaccine-deal-with-european-union-report-373733" hreflang="en">Britain nearing vaccine deal with European Union: Report</a>

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Britain is close to striking a vaccine deal with the European Union as soon as this weekend that will remove the threat of the bloc cutting off supplies, The Times reported on Saturday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/suez-canal-blockage-ship-may-be-freed-early-next-week-says-salvage-firm-373705" hreflang="en">Suez canal blockage: Ship may be freed early next week, says salvage firm</a>

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Billions of dollars of cargo are now stalled at either end of the vital shipping lane between Asia and Europe, with their owners mulling whether to wait it out or take the longer and more expensive route around the Cape of Good Hope at the cost of up to 12 additional days at sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-police-begin-investigation-into-school-sexual-assault-claims-373714" hreflang="en">UK police begin investigation into school sexual assault claims</a>

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Incidents reported on the website have names of more than 100 schools where such incidents have taken place, including some of the elite schools such as Sherborne, Westminster and Eton.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-of-egypt-train-collision-revised-down-to-19-burial-begins-373721" hreflang="en">Death toll of Egypt train collision revised down to 19; Burial begins</a>

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Almost a day after a train collision in Egypt, the death toll has been revised down to 19, from an earlier number of at least 32.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman. Meanwhile, Suez Canal is still blocked due to the huge vessel. Click on headlines to read more Iran-China sign '25-year strategic cooperation pact': Report The agreement, which has been kept almost entirely under wraps, was signed by the two countries' foreign ministers, Mohammad Javad Zarif and Wang Yi, an AFP correspondent reported. HIGHLIGHTS: Indian PM Modi's visit to Bangladesh PM Modi was in Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. US envoy to Afghanistan heads to Turkey, region to push talks to end conflict Biden's administration has sought to build international pressure on the Taliban and US-backed Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's government to reach a peace agreement and a ceasefire before the deadline. UK PM calls attack on police 'disgraceful' during 'Kill the Bill' protests During the third "kill the bill" demonstrations in Bristol, the police officers claim to have been attacked with bricks, eggs, glass bottles and had lasers shone in their faces. India, South Korea hold talks, explore new domains in defence cooperation Both the Ministers exchanged views on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the defence and security engagements as well as best practices followed by the Armed Forces of both nations. Gunshots fired at US cultural centre in Myanmar, says embassy Myanmar's security forces shot and killed at least 64 people - including a young boy - on Saturday, news reports and witnesses said, even as the ruling junta's leader said the military would protect the people and strive for democracy. Britain nearing vaccine deal with European Union: Report Britain is close to striking a vaccine deal with the European Union as soon as this weekend that will remove the threat of the bloc cutting off supplies, The Times reported on Saturday. Suez canal blockage: Ship may be freed early next week, says salvage firm Billions of dollars of cargo are now stalled at either end of the vital shipping lane between Asia and Europe, with their owners mulling whether to wait it out or take the longer and more expensive route around the Cape of Good Hope at the cost of up to 12 additional days at sea. UK police begin investigation into school sexual assault claims Incidents reported on the website have names of more than 100 schools where such incidents have taken place, including some of the elite schools such as Sherborne, Westminster and Eton. Death toll of Egypt train collision revised down to 19; Burial begins Almost a day after a train collision in Egypt, the death toll has been revised down to 19, from an earlier number of at least 32.

Top 10 world news today: Suez Canal blockage, Indian PM's Bangladesh visit, and more

Bangladesh is using the 50th anniversary of its independence to highlight its special relationship with India. PM Modi was given a red carpet welcome. Banners celebrating the relationship are plastered across Dhaka. WION's Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

Gravitas | PM Modi in Bangladesh: The Mood in Dhaka

Joe Biden appeared for his first press conference with 'cheat sheets', notes and even a list of the reporters in attendance. What did the US President tell the press? WION's Palki Sharma brings you report.

Gravitas: Joe Biden attends his first press conference with a 'cheat sheet'

50 years after gaining statehood, Bangladesh has emerged as an economic powerhouse and a regional stakeholder. WION's Palki Sharma takes a look at how the country is faring after 5 decades - punctuated by war, military takeovers and a migrant crisis.

Gravitas: Bangladesh's 50-year report card

From liberating Bangladesh from the grips of Pakistan to extending financial help in dire times, India has been Dhaka's all-weather ally. WION's Palki Sharma tells you about the changing contours of the India-Bangladesh relationship.

Gravitas | India-Bangladesh bonhomie: forged in the battlefield

India and Bangladesh are entering the new decade with momentum in bilateral ties. But domestic and external forces are trying to sabotage the relationship. How both sides navigate these challenges will determine the Asian age. WION's Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Will China derail India-Bangladesh ties?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has kicked-off his two day Bangladesh visit. Over the next two days in Bangladesh, the PM will hold talks with the Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

News Alert: Indian PM Narendra Modi kicks-off his two day Bangladesh visit

The United States and Britain have imposed sanctions on military control conglomerates in Myanmar as the deadly crackdown of Myanmar's military or pro-democracy protestors take 5 more lives.

Myanmar Coup: UK sanctions military-owned Myanmar conglomerate

In the United Kingdom, Britons may be allowed in the pubs as long as they show they have a vaccine certificate. Prime Minister Boris Johnson suggested that some pubs might require customers to produce vaccine certificate.

UK: PM Johnson suggests pubs might require customers to produce vaccine certificate

In the White House news conference US President Joe Biden has spoken on the relationship with Chinese resident Xi Jinping. Biden has vowed to check china's escalating ambitions and hold it responsible for unfair trade practices and as well as for human rights violations.

US President Joe Biden speaks about relationship with Xi Jinping

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals. Meanwhile, former US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;has come out in support of his followers who were a part of the Capitol riots that took place on January 06.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-32-killed-66-wounded-in-egypt-train-collision-373448" hreflang="en">At least 32 killed, 66 wounded in Egypt train collision</a>

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Three carriages derailed as a result of the accident in the province of Sohag, the health ministry and a local official confirmed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-updates-pm-modi-attends-the-inaugural-programme-of-bangabandhu-bapu-museum-373245">PM Modi attends the inaugural programme of Bangabandhu- Bapu Museum</a>

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PM Modi is in Bangladesh on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-more-than-40600-people-contracted-covid-while-in-hospital-373425">More than 40,600 people contracted COVID while in hospital in UK</a>

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In England, more than 40,600 people have been infected with the deadly coronavirus while being treated at hospitals for other reasons.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-hits-out-at-uk-over-blackmail-of-coronavirus-vaccine-deliveries-373428">France hits out at UK over 'blackmail' of coronavirus vaccine deliveries</a>

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France's foreign minister said that Britain is 'handicapped' now because it hurried to vaccinate people with the first dose, but now faces a shortage of the second one, thereby using 'blackmail' tactics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zero-threat-donald-trump-defends-his-supporters-in-capitol-riots-373374">'Zero threat': Donald Trump defends his supporters in Capitol riots</a>

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Trump&nbsp;has defended some of his supporters, claiming that some of these rioters posed "zero threat" to the lawmakers who were trapped inside the US Capitol building.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-activists-call-for-anti-coup-protest-as-junta-marks-armed-forces-day-373467" hreflang="en">Myanmar activists call for anti-coup protest as junta marks Armed Forces Day</a>

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Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested since the coup, according to a local monitoring group, but the junta earlier this week released more than 600 from Yangon's Insein prison.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/despite-vaccine-doses-coronavirus-cases-in-us-are-surging-again-373459" hreflang="en">Despite vaccine doses, coronavirus cases in US are surging again</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Thursday announced that 200 million doses of Covid-19 would be administered within 100 days in office, doubling his initial commitment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/employees-pee-in-bottles-undercover-writer-reveals-amazons-poor-work-conditions-373450" hreflang="en">'Employees pee in bottles': Undercover writer reveals Amazon's work conditions</a>

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Working undercover at an Amazon facility, James Bloodworth said the employees are tired and frustrated due to the poor working environment provided in the facilities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-labour-board-asks-tesla-ceo-musk-to-delete-anti-union-tweet-373436" hreflang="en">US labour board asks Tesla CEO Musk to delete anti-union tweet</a>

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The United Auto Workers (UAW)in 2018 filed a complaint with the NLRB over the Musk tweet that it said was illegally threatening to take away benefits from workers who join the union.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-taiwan-sign-first-agreement-under-biden-administration-after-china-law-373392" hreflang="en">US, Taiwan sign first agreement under Biden administration after China law</a>

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Taiwan is upgrading its coast guard with new ships, which can be drafted into naval service in the event of war, as the island deals with increasing encroachments from Chinese fishing boats and sand dredgers in Taiwan-controlled waters.

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals.

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump has come out in support of his followers who were a part of the Capitol riots that took place on January 06. Click on headlines to read more At least 32 killed, 66 wounded in Egypt train collision Three carriages derailed as a result of the accident in the province of Sohag, the health ministry and a local official confirmed. PM Modi attends the inaugural programme of Bangabandhu- Bapu Museum PM Modi is in Bangladesh on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. More than 40,600 people contracted COVID while in hospital in UK In England, more than 40,600 people have been infected with the deadly coronavirus while being treated at hospitals for other reasons. France hits out at UK over 'blackmail' of coronavirus vaccine deliveries France's foreign minister said that Britain is 'handicapped' now because it hurried to vaccinate people with the first dose, but now faces a shortage of the second one, thereby using 'blackmail' tactics. 'Zero threat': Donald Trump defends his supporters in Capitol riots Trump has defended some of his supporters, claiming that some of these rioters posed "zero threat" to the lawmakers who were trapped inside the US Capitol building. Myanmar activists call for anti-coup protest as junta marks Armed Forces Day Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested since the coup, according to a local monitoring group, but the junta earlier this week released more than 600 from Yangon's Insein prison. Despite vaccine doses, coronavirus cases in US are surging again US President Joe Biden on Thursday announced that 200 million doses of Covid-19 would be administered within 100 days in office, doubling his initial commitment. 'Employees pee in bottles': Undercover writer reveals Amazon's work conditions Working undercover at an Amazon facility, James Bloodworth said the employees are tired and frustrated due to the poor working environment provided in the facilities. US labour board asks Tesla CEO Musk to delete anti-union tweet The United Auto Workers (UAW)in 2018 filed a complaint with the NLRB over the Musk tweet that it said was illegally threatening to take away benefits from workers who join the union. US, Taiwan sign first agreement under Biden administration after China law Taiwan is upgrading its coast guard with new ships, which can be drafted into naval service in the event of war, as the island deals with increasing encroachments from Chinese fishing boats and sand dredgers in Taiwan-controlled waters.

Top 10 world news today: Egypt train crash, Modi visits Bangladesh, and more

After the US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin&nbsp;Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Prime Minister has once again attracted controversy by conducting in-person meeting while being infected by the deadly <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus.</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadas-trudeau-says-putin-capable-of-terrible-things-but-wont-call-him-killer-373124" hreflang="en">Trudeau says Putin capable of 'terrible things'; won't call him 'killer'</a>

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He also recalled his interactions with Putin and described him to a man who will 'look at you and say whatever is convenient to him at any given moment'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/covid-hit-pak-pm-imran-khans-in-person-meeting-sets-twitter-abuzz-373100">Covid-hit Pakistani PM Imran Khan's in-person meeting sets Twitter abuzz</a>

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In the image posted on Twitter, seven people were seen sitting inside a room including Khan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/global-warming-fundamentally-altering-structure-of-worlds-oceans-373140">Global warming fundamentally altering structure of world's oceans</a>

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The research published in the journal Nature looked at 50 years of data and followed the way in which surface water "decouples" from the deeper ocean.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uighur-muslims-protest-against-treatment-amid-chinese-foreign-ministers-visit-373092">Uighur Muslims protest against treatment amid Chinese foreign minister's visit</a>

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Beijing approved an extradition treaty between the two nations in December and with the deal awaiting ratification by Ankara's parliament, activists among some 40,000 Uighurs living in Turkey have stepped up efforts to highlight their plight.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/aftermath-of-disaster-australians-start-clean-up-after-dangerous-floods-destroy-properties-373115">Aftermath of disaster: Australians start clean-up after dangerous floods</a>

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Days after Australia experienced one of the deadliest floods, locals are trying to bring lives back to normalcy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-vows-to-defend-sino-iran-ties-safeguard-nuclear-deal-373112">China vows to defend Sino-Iran ties, safeguard nuclear deal</a>

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US President Joe Biden has sought to revive talks with Iran on a nuclear deal abandoned by former President Donald Trump in 2018, although harsh economic measures remain in place that Tehran insists be lifted before negotiations resume.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-interior-ministry-refuses-to-renew-nawaz-sharifs-passport-373128" hreflang="en">Pak Interior Ministry refuses to renew Nawaz Sharif's passport</a>

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Sharif`s passport had expired in February of this year. Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed had already announced in January that the PML-N supremo`s passport would not be renewed as per instructions from Prime Minister Imran Khan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/say-stop-17-year-old-makes-fake-facebook-page-to-help-women-flee-abuse-373149" hreflang="en">'Say STOP': 17-year-old makes fake Facebook page to help women flee abuse</a>

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Krysia Paszko, a 17-year-old girl from Poland, saw a similar report about the surge in domestic violence cases in Europe and decided to do her bit in helping such victims.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/she-speaks-for-me-biden-appoints-kamala-harris-to-handle-immigration-crisis-373103" hreflang="en">'She speaks for me': Biden appoints Kamala Harris to handle immigration crisis</a>

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This is the first time Harris has been assigned a specific portfolio since she took over the office on January 20 — which earlier belonged to Mike Pence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-biden-meets-eu-leaders-merkel-calls-for-increased-domestic-vaccine-production-373129">As Biden meets EU leaders, Merkel calls for increased domestic vaccine production</a>

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The European countries are now starting to raise their voices against the distribution of coronavirus vaccine and a slowed down rollout of the vaccines.

After the US President Joe Biden labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'.

After the US President Joe Biden labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Prime Minister has once again attracted controversy by conducting in-person meeting while being infected by the deadly coronavirus. Click on headlines to read more Trudeau says Putin capable of 'terrible things'; won't call him 'killer' He also recalled his interactions with Putin and described him to a man who will 'look at you and say whatever is convenient to him at any given moment'. Covid-hit Pakistani PM Imran Khan's in-person meeting sets Twitter abuzz In the image posted on Twitter, seven people were seen sitting inside a room including Khan. Global warming fundamentally altering structure of world's oceans The research published in the journal Nature looked at 50 years of data and followed the way in which surface water "decouples" from the deeper ocean. Uighur Muslims protest against treatment amid Chinese foreign minister's visit Beijing approved an extradition treaty between the two nations in December and with the deal awaiting ratification by Ankara's parliament, activists among some 40,000 Uighurs living in Turkey have stepped up efforts to highlight their plight. Aftermath of disaster: Australians start clean-up after dangerous floods Days after Australia experienced one of the deadliest floods, locals are trying to bring lives back to normalcy. China vows to defend Sino-Iran ties, safeguard nuclear deal US President Joe Biden has sought to revive talks with Iran on a nuclear deal abandoned by former President Donald Trump in 2018, although harsh economic measures remain in place that Tehran insists be lifted before negotiations resume. Pak Interior Ministry refuses to renew Nawaz Sharif's passport Sharif`s passport had expired in February of this year. Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed had already announced in January that the PML-N supremo`s passport would not be renewed as per instructions from Prime Minister Imran Khan. 'Say STOP': 17-year-old makes fake Facebook page to help women flee abuse Krysia Paszko, a 17-year-old girl from Poland, saw a similar report about the surge in domestic violence cases in Europe and decided to do her bit in helping such victims. 'She speaks for me': Biden appoints Kamala Harris to handle immigration crisis This is the first time Harris has been assigned a specific portfolio since she took over the office on January 20 — which earlier belonged to Mike Pence. As Biden meets EU leaders, Merkel calls for increased domestic vaccine production The European countries are now starting to raise their voices against the distribution of coronavirus vaccine and a slowed down rollout of the vaccines.

Top 10 world news today: Trudeau comments on Putin, Imran Khan breaches COVID restrictions, and more

Free efforts are still underway at the Suez Canal after a massive container ship the size of a skyscraper became stuck across the waterways and blocked all traffic.

Cargo ship continues to block Suez Canal. Rescue efforts underway to free ship

Colorado officials have revealed more details about attackers who resorted to go on a shooting spree that ended up claiming over 10 lives at a grocery store.

Colorado mass shooting: 21-year-old Ahmad Alissa behind attack

In Israel, counting of votes is presently underway. In the fourth general election that has been held in the state of Israel in the last two years, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu chances of retaining power remain uncertain for the fourth straight time.

Israel: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls for 'stable government'

The United Kingdom has marked its first anniversary since the COVID-19 lockdown is imposed in Britain last year. The Britons on Tuesday remembered more than 126,000 people who have lost their lives during the pandemic over the span of last year.

United Kingdom: Britons remembered people who lost their lives

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile,&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/rejecting-us-peace-plan-afghan-president-to-offer-election-in-six-months-372535" hreflang="en">Rejecting US peace plan, Afghan president to offer election in six months</a>

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Ghani will unveil his proposal at an international gathering in Turkey next month, signalling his refusal to accept Washington's plan for his elected government to be replaced by an interim administration, the officials said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/un-rights-office-gets-mandate-to-document-sri-lanka-war-crimes-372546">UN rights office gets mandate to document Sri Lanka war crimes</a>

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The vote at the 47-country forum in Geneva was 22 in favour, with 11 against including China and Pakistan, and 14 abstentions including India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-govt-rocked-by-leaked-video-allegedly-showing-sex-acts-in-parliament-aide-fired-372553">Australian politics rocked by parliament sex video scandal</a>

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Footage leaked to media allegedly showed a senior aide performing a sex act on a female MP’s desk.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-military-to-get-loyalty-lessons-as-party-gears-up-for-100th-birthday-372512">Chinese military to get loyalty lessons as party gears up for 100th birthday</a>

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The People's Liberation Army has been at the centre of those efforts, and Xi has showered it with fancy new equipment like stealth fighters while seeking to dispel any doubts over its loyalty.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-becomes-fastest-to-10000-international-runs-on-home-soil-372515">Virat Kohli becomes fastest to 10,000 international runs on home soil</a>

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The Indian skipper achieved an elusive record while surpassing the likes of Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara among others.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/blinken-us-united-with-nato-allies-for-a-responsible-end-to-afghan-conflict-372558" hreflang="en">Blinken: US united with NATO allies for a 'responsible' end to Afghan conflict</a>

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The foreign ministers of NATO member states on Tuesday convened for a two-day in-person meeting in Brussels, for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-to-release-more-data-after-us-raises-questions-on-shots-potential-372554" hreflang="en">AstraZeneca to release more data after US raises questions on shot's potential</a>

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The vaccine, developed with Oxford University, was 79 per cent effective in preventing symptomatic illness in the large trial that also took place in Chile and Peru, according to the data.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-warns-chinese-envoy-to-strictly-comply-to-summons-after-offensive-tweets-372511" hreflang="en">France warns Chinese envoy to 'strictly comply' to summons</a>

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Lu Shaye, infamous for being an aggressively outspoken envoy, targetted Antoine Bondaz, a China specialist at the 
Foundation for Strategic Research (FRS) think-tank, through social media platform, Twitter recently.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-prez-promises-faster-vaccine-roll-out-as-infections-explode-372556" hreflang="en">French Prez promises faster vaccine roll-out as infections 'explode'</a>

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New Covid restrictions that closed non-essential stores and limited how far people can move came into effect in Paris and much of the north last weekend, but Macron stopped short of a full lockdown.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twelve-hours-of-hell-couple-gets-married-amid-nsw-floods-372525" hreflang="en">Twelve hours of hell: Couple gets married amid NSW floods</a>

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Amid the floods, the bride decided to not give up, and instead of postponing the wedding, the couple decided to 
float through the obstacle.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan. Click on headlines to read more Rejecting US peace plan, Afghan president to offer election in six months Ghani will unveil his proposal at an international gathering in Turkey next month, signalling his refusal to accept Washington's plan for his elected government to be replaced by an interim administration, the officials said. UN rights office gets mandate to document Sri Lanka war crimes The vote at the 47-country forum in Geneva was 22 in favour, with 11 against including China and Pakistan, and 14 abstentions including India. Australian politics rocked by parliament sex video scandal Footage leaked to media allegedly showed a senior aide performing a sex act on a female MP’s desk. Chinese military to get loyalty lessons as party gears up for 100th birthday The People's Liberation Army has been at the centre of those efforts, and Xi has showered it with fancy new equipment like stealth fighters while seeking to dispel any doubts over its loyalty. Virat Kohli becomes fastest to 10,000 international runs on home soil The Indian skipper achieved an elusive record while surpassing the likes of Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara among others. Blinken: US united with NATO allies for a 'responsible' end to Afghan conflict The foreign ministers of NATO member states on Tuesday convened for a two-day in-person meeting in Brussels, for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. AstraZeneca to release more data after US raises questions on shot's potential The vaccine, developed with Oxford University, was 79 per cent effective in preventing symptomatic illness in the large trial that also took place in Chile and Peru, according to the data. France warns Chinese envoy to 'strictly comply' to summons Lu Shaye, infamous for being an aggressively outspoken envoy, targetted Antoine Bondaz, a China specialist at the Foundation for Strategic Research (FRS) think-tank, through social media platform, Twitter recently. French Prez promises faster vaccine roll-out as infections 'explode' New Covid restrictions that closed non-essential stores and limited how far people can move came into effect in Paris and much of the north last weekend, but Macron stopped short of a full lockdown. Twelve hours of hell: Couple gets married amid NSW floods Amid the floods, the bride decided to not give up, and instead of postponing the wedding, the couple decided to float through the obstacle.

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